Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Supportive management, good training and safe medicines handling, but no structured activities programme and staff retention issues hold it back."
People received their medicines safely. They were supported by staff who followed systems and processes to administer, record and store medicines safely. We observed from records people received their medicines on time.
There was an open and inclusive approach to the running of the service. Regular staff meetings took place. Staff confirmed they were empowered to speak and raise concerns.
The service had enough staff, including for one-to-one support for people to take part in activities.
People were supported by staff who had received relevant training for supporting people with a learning disability and or autistic people, including autism, challenging behaviour and PBS. Staff received support in the form of regular supervision and appraisal.
Staff described the management in complimentary terms such as, supportive and accessible. They felt comfortable to raise any concerns knowing these would be dealt with appropriately.
The service had enough staff, including for one-to-one support for people to take part in activities. During the inspection we observed one person being supported for an outdoor activity.
No structured activities programme or coordinator, so the role is mostly routine personal care with just occasional basic outings.
During the inspection we observed one person being supported for an outdoor activity.
Staffing levels are adequate with enough staff for one-to-ones, but no evidence of great retention or minimal agency use to keep workloads light.
The service had enough staff, including for one-to-one support for people to take part in activities.
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Last inspected: September 2022
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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